28-JUL-2013
Ring Around The Duckling
What do you think? Am I right? Hope someone can help out with the ID.
Photo made at Alton Baker Park.
27-JUL-2013
Ring-tailed Bandido
A raccoon at home in Delta Ponds. "Two of the raccoon's most distinctive features are its extremely dexterous front paws and its facial mask, which are themes in the mythology of several Native American tribes. Raccoons are noted for their intelligence, with studies showing that they are able to remember the solution to tasks for up to three years." - Wikipedia
26-JUL-2013
Our Day at the Beach
My friend, John, and I went to the Oregon Coast yesterday to get away from the valley heat. It got to 96 here at home. On the Coast, it was 65, 31 degrees cooler. After a cloudy start the sun soon came out and it was beautiful. We spent time in Old Town Florence and had fun shooting pictures there. After lunch we went to the beach at Driftwood Shores, where we were greeted with very cool weather and fog. We had to wear wind breakers. The wind was very strong, blowing sand in our faces. We had to protect our cameras. Needless to say, we didn't stay there long! This is a beach scene I got while there.
25-JUL-2013
Siuslaw River Bridge
"The Siuslaw River Bridge is a bascule bridge that spans the Siuslaw River on U.S. Route 101 in Florence, Oregon. It was designed by Conde McCullough, built by the Mercer-Fraser Company of Eureka, California, and funded by the Federal Emergency Administration of Public Works (later renamed the Public Works Administration). It opened in 1936." -Wikipedia
24-JUL-2013
Springfield Sunrise
If you get up early you won't miss out on some beautiful sunrises! I have seen some amazing views. This is one of them.
The image was made on top of Kelly Butte looking east over Springfield, OR
23-JUL-2013
Shadows in the Garden
I liked how this beautiful flower (I love pink and lavender) stood out against shadows in the garden, not my garden but one I appreciated.
22-JUL-2013
Rowing On Dexter Lake
Dexter Lake is the practice site for the University of Oregon rowing team. I watched today as four boats were out on the lake. After observing the action for a while, I concluded these were not advanced rowers. It appeared that they were learning the skills needed. I could hear those who were in motorboats accompanying them give admonition. They wee likely instructors. The rowers never did move very fast. When I have watched the UofO rowing team practice, I saw them move aoss the water quite fast.
21-JUL-2013
Flying Low Over Delta Ponds
I have seen a green heron in the area lately, perhaps two. I saw one at Alton Baker Park and one at Delta Ponds. But they are not far apart, so it could be the same heron in both places. Anyway, I was fortunate to capture it in flight, something I have found hard to do.
20-JUL-2013
A Beautiful Sunbather!
This beautiful day lily was refreshed by the morning sun and water from our sprinkler. The sight refreshed me too.
19-JUL-2013
It's All About The Light!
One of my favorite sayings about photography is, "It's all about the light!"
After all, that's what the name 'photography' refers to, 'drawing or painting with light.'
It's what comes to mind whenever I find the light just right, as in this scene.
It's a wildflower at Delta Ponds. I just can't help loving it!
18-JUL-2013
Bald Eagle at Delta Ponds
I visited Delta Ponds for a walk this morning and there just waiting for me in a tall tree across the pond was this beautiful bald eagle.
The golden morning light added to the color.
17-JUL-2013
The Blackberries Are Ripening
Unfortunately, we must keep fighting the blackberry vines that come over the fence from the neighbor's yard. Some of the vines are laden with blackberries.
I am letting those ripen and we will pick them before getting rid of the vines. They are getting ripe.